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Butter Bean Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 450
A flavorful and comforting dish featuring butter beans, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese. Perfect for a quick and easy meal!

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus 1 tablespoon for the marinade)
  • 2 pints cherry tomatoes (halved (4 cups))
  • 2 cans butter beans (15 oz / 400 g each can)
  • 2 cloves garlic (pressed or finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (+ 1 teaspoon for the marinade)
  • 1 cup water (or vegetable broth)
  • 1 block feta cheese ((about 7 oz / 200 g))
  • 2 teaspoons honey (or maple syrup)
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (more or less to taste)
  • 1 lemon (juice and zest)
  • 1 handful fresh basil (or parsley (if desired))
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt (+ black pepper)

Instructions 

  • Marinate the Feta: Cut feta into pieces. Add 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp honey, 1 tsp oregano, and ΒΌ tsp red pepper flakes. Toss and set aside.
  • Cook the Tomatoes: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet. Add tomatoes, salt, pepper, 1 tsp oregano, and garlic. Cook for 10 minutes until saucy.
  • Add the Beans: Stir in butter beans and water. Simmer for 5-8 minutes until warm and creamy.
  • Finish and Serve: Spoon feta over beans and tomatoes. Broil for 5 minutes or serve from skillet. Add lemon zest, juice, and basil.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the delicious sauce.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $18
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Butter Beans